Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Heartside, Grand Rapids, MI
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Top rated Heartside pet sitters
“Thank you Maelee for taking care of our sweet senior Emi again! We love how reliable, communicative and caring you are. We appreciate you and always value your support in caring for her when we are away!”
“Kelsey took such good care of my cat while we were away! She was able to get our shy little cat to come out of her shell and live her best life! I’ll definitely be looking for Kelsey again if I need to re-book.”
“Lauren was communicative, thorough, and got along so well with my cat, even with short notice! It was a load off my mind while traveling, and I really appreciated her time and work.”
“Brian was freaking fantastic. They were so attentive to our sweet kitty and went above and beyond to help us out when some packages and mail were left outside. My cat truly found a new buddy and was almost a little disappointed when I walked back in when she realized it wasn’t Brian! Can’t say enough great things!”
“Abby was fantastic! We were worried about using Rover for the first time but ended up being SUPER impressed with the checkin system and Abby's work. She sent us pictures and an update every day. She was really quick to respond and nice to meet. We will definitely be using her again!”
“Madi was great with our dog Pepper! She sent updates and photos each time she dropped in to let her out, and made sure to give her extra attention while we were away.”
About: I’ve been around cats and dogs since childhood. My friends, family, and co-workers have trusted me to care for their fur babies! I have a senior pittie with reactive/aggressive behavior, so I do have experience and empathy towards that! I work full time Monday-Thursday 7:30am-5pm but can drop in on my lunch break between 11:45am-12:20pm and before/after work. Friday-Sunday are my more flexible days! I fully respect the owner’s schedule for their pet and will follow whatever instructions are needed to ensure your pet is safe and cared for properly. I would ask the same for my own!
“Molly did such a fantastic job watching our fur babies while we were out of town for a couple days! This was our first time having Molly come over and she certainly exceeded our expectations. She sent photos and video updates which gave us so much peace of mind. We will definitely use her again and recommend her to any of our family or friends with fur babies too!”
“Colene did a great job with our dog and cat! She showed up on time, followed all of the instructions we left her and there were no issues whatsoever! We felt completely at ease while we were away knowing our pets were in good hands. Thank you, Colene!”
“Hanna was wonderful! She asked a lot of questions and made sure she understood Roxy’s care instructions. Great communication, lots of pictures and updates. Roxy seemed very content when I got home. I will definitely be using Hanna again to watch Roxy in the future :)”
“Madison was great! She was on time and communicated with me in a timely fashion. She took pictures of my babies and feed the kitten. I would highly recommend her!”
“Always does a great job taking care of Ted and makes sure he gets lots of play time and snuggles. 100% recommend Emily if you need someone to check in on your pup!”
“Hannah was so great with my dogs! I am thrilled with the care and the attention they received, and the updates and photos/videos Hannah sent while I was out of town. Could not have asked for anyone better to care for my dogs. Thank you, Hannah!”
“Ali has been an absolute miracle worker for our family. We have two rescue dogs with a wide range of behavioral issues. One, Stevie, is anxious all the time, has separation issues, and is a resource guarder. The other, George, came from a hoarding situation where she had little contact with humans. When she finally did interact with people due to being heartworm positive and having health issues, she had to go through painful procedures, and as a result, she has deep trust issues. Ali brings the perfect personality and energy to the equation. She is gentle and kind, meeting them where they are. She earned their trust easily by making it about their experience versus forcing her way in. She is an excellent communicator and asked a lot of great questions before our group meeting. We have a cat too. =) We were able to take our first week-long vacation recently thanks to Ali. And we could do so in complete confidence that everything was taken care of, and the pictures she sent us daily reflected happy pets!! We came home to a calm and spotless house, and for the first time, there were NO indicators that our "kids" were unhappy or stressed about us leaving. They may have had a better time with Ali than we did in Punta Cana!! Do yourself and your pets a favor and hire Ali. She is the absolute greatest!”
“Melissa did a great job with my frail elderly dog and two cats. She was super conscientious, thorough, and communicated well. I will definitely call again next time I go out of town. Thanks, Melissa!”
About: Hello! I love animals and have experience with dogs and small pets. I grew up with a boxer, and my family now has a very active Yorkshire Terrier. I’ve also taken care of parrots and pet rats! I’m available after 6 PM on weekdays (Monday through Thursday) and after 4 PM on Fridays. I’m also very open on weekends, so feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need to coordinate a time! I’m an active person who loves spending time outdoors—whether you’re looking for a peaceful walk around the block or an exciting outdoor adventure, I’m happy to match your pet’s energy! While I’ve never had a cat of my own, I absolutely love spending time with them.
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Maelee N.
Star Sitter
“Thank you Maelee for taking care of our sweet senior Emi again! We love how reliable, communicative and caring you are. We appreciate you and always value your support in caring for her when we are away!”
Kelsey & Forrest K.Star Sitter
“Kelsey took such good care of my cat while we were away! She was able to get our shy little cat to come out of her shell and live her best life! I’ll definitely be looking for Kelsey again if I need to re-book.”
Lauren A.Star Sitter
“Lauren was communicative, thorough, and got along so well with my cat, even with short notice! It was a load off my mind while traveling, and I really appreciated her time and work.”
Brian G.
“Brian was freaking fantastic. They were so attentive to our sweet kitty and went above and beyond to help us out when some packages and mail were left outside. My cat truly found a new buddy and was almost a little disappointed when I walked back in when she realized it wasn’t Brian! Can’t say enough great things!”
Abby S.
“Abby was fantastic! We were worried about using Rover for the first time but ended up being SUPER impressed with the checkin system and Abby's work. She sent us pictures and an update every day. She was really quick to respond and nice to meet. We will definitely be using her again!”
Taylor Z.Star Sitter
“Taylor was very communicative and sent lots of pictures while watching our cat, Birdie. She took great care of her, and we would absolutely book Taylor again!”
Madi B.Star Sitter
“Madi was great with our dog Pepper! She sent updates and photos each time she dropped in to let her out, and made sure to give her extra attention while we were away.”
Nowinza P.
“Nowinza was wonderful with Daisy! Asked specific details about her care ahead of time, was very pleasant and even dried her off after a walk.”
Rae-Lynn C.
“Rae-Lynn has house sat for me several times, she was very communicative and compassionate with my pets needs! I call her whenever I'm going out of town and would recommend her to any of my friends!”
Molly M.Star Sitter
“Molly did such a fantastic job watching our fur babies while we were out of town for a couple days! This was our first time having Molly come over and she certainly exceeded our expectations. She sent photos and video updates which gave us so much peace of mind. We will definitely use her again and recommend her to any of our family or friends with fur babies too!”
Colene S.Star Sitter
“Colene did a great job with our dog and cat! She showed up on time, followed all of the instructions we left her and there were no issues whatsoever! We felt completely at ease while we were away knowing our pets were in good hands. Thank you, Colene!”
Hanna M.Star Sitter
“Hanna was wonderful! She asked a lot of questions and made sure she understood Roxy’s care instructions. Great communication, lots of pictures and updates. Roxy seemed very content when I got home. I will definitely be using Hanna again to watch Roxy in the future :)”
Amanda G.
“Amanda did great work watching our fur babies (+ plants) and keeping us updated while we were out of town. I will definitely reach out again for cat sitting!”
Madison A.Star Sitter
“Madison was great! She was on time and communicated with me in a timely fashion. She took pictures of my babies and feed the kitten. I would highly recommend her!”
Emily C.
“Always does a great job taking care of Ted and makes sure he gets lots of play time and snuggles. 100% recommend Emily if you need someone to check in on your pup!”
Ricardo S.Star Sitter
“Thank you Ricardo! Excellent service checking in on my dog.”
Hannah M.Star Sitter
“Hannah was so great with my dogs! I am thrilled with the care and the attention they received, and the updates and photos/videos Hannah sent while I was out of town. Could not have asked for anyone better to care for my dogs. Thank you, Hannah!”
Allison W.
“Ali has been an absolute miracle worker for our family. We have two rescue dogs with a wide range of behavioral issues. One, Stevie, is anxious all the time, has separation issues, and is a resource guarder. The other, George, came from a hoarding situation where she had little contact with humans. When she finally did interact with people due to being heartworm positive and having health issues, she had to go through painful procedures, and as a result, she has deep trust issues. Ali brings the perfect personality and energy to the equation. She is gentle and kind, meeting them where they are. She earned their trust easily by making it about their experience versus forcing her way in. She is an excellent communicator and asked a lot of great questions before our group meeting. We have a cat too. =) We were able to take our first week-long vacation recently thanks to Ali. And we could do so in complete confidence that everything was taken care of, and the pictures she sent us daily reflected happy pets!! We came home to a calm and spotless house, and for the first time, there were NO indicators that our "kids" were unhappy or stressed about us leaving. They may have had a better time with Ali than we did in Punta Cana!! Do yourself and your pets a favor and hire Ali. She is the absolute greatest!”
Melissa S.
“Melissa did a great job with my frail elderly dog and two cats. She was super conscientious, thorough, and communicated well. I will definitely call again next time I go out of town. Thanks, Melissa!”
Aleksandra L.
“I wholeheartedly recommend Aleksandra as a responsible and loving pet caregiver. She has cared for two energetic dogs, a Yorkshire terrier and a boxer, as well as a sweet pet rat, always going above and beyond to make sure their needs were met. Whether it's long walks, playtime, or just sitting patiently with a nervous animal, Aleksandra brings incredible empathy and attentiveness. Her love for animals started early, when she was a child, she even rescued and cared for an injured baby squirrel. She's not only a deeply caring person, but also reliable and trustworthy. Any pet would be lucky to be in her care.”
Heartside pet parents share their Rover experiences
Always great!! This is the first time we’ve had them check in on our dogs, usually just out cats and they were great! Our dogs can be a little much at times, and they usually get taken to daycare or boarded, so it’s very nice knowing we have additional help from Kelsey & Forrest!
Jenn took excellent care of our two middle-aged female cats, both of whom tend to have issues with strangers. (One hides, the other scratches without provocation.) Jenn handled both of them expertly and kept us up-to-date during our 8-day vacation with brief reports and photos twice a day. We would recommend Jenn’s services to any responsible pet owner.
I can definitely see that Amanda did a wonderful job taking care of our cats. I could see in their faces in the updates and tell in their body language when we returned that they didn’t miss us too much. Amanda did a great job entertaining and maintaining their schedules. This was a stress free vacation for me and the cats!
I don't usually leave reviews, but I felt compelled to make an exception for Evelyn. She took excellent care of our pets with great attention and care. She followed every instruction to the letter and clearly takes her responsibilities seriously. It’s rare to come across someone so reliable, thoughtful, and genuinely kind. Just a really nice kid with a great attitude. Highly recommended!
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